Spooky Orange Cream Float with Black Licorice Garnish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-09 · Updated 2026-07-09

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A fun and easy Halloween beverage combining bright orange soda with creamy vanilla ice cream and a spooky black licorice twist. This Halloween recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Sunkist orange soda, vanilla ice cream, black licorice sticks for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 4 Desserts cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups, chilled Sunkist orange soda
3 scoops (about 1 1/2 cups) vanilla ice cream
4 sticks, cut into 2-inch pieces black licorice sticks

Instructions

Step 1: In four tall glasses, evenly divide 3 scoops (about 1 1/2 cups) of vanilla ice cream, placing it gently at the bottom.
Step 2: Slowly pour 1/2 cup chilled Sunkist orange soda into each glass over the ice cream, allowing the soda to fizz and create a creamy float.
Step 3: Garnish each glass with one or two 2-inch pieces of black licorice stick, standing upright for a spooky effect.
Step 4: Serve immediately with a straw and spoon for a refreshing Halloween party treat.